Get Out on the Water! Rentals • Sailing Lessons • Harbor Sails — Book Now!
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Get Out on the Water! Rentals • Sailing Lessons • Harbor Sails — Book Now! 〰️
A Community Sailing & Marine Education Nonprofit Since 2000
What’s Open Now
Registration, upcoming events, and waterfront experiences
Annual Benefit
Join us on Thursday, October 1 for The WaterFront Center’s Annual Benefit.
Celebrate with us while supporting our mission to connect people to the water through education and recreation.
Registration Open
Reserve a spot in our final summer programs or join us this fall.
Fall Youth Sailing
Opti Sailing and Adventure Sailing begin September 13. Opti Race runs through November 1, and Jr. Keelboat begins October 11.
View programs and register → Just AddedFinal Summer Camp Opportunities
Sailing Camp is available August 17–21, followed by our final Reel Explorers Fishing Camp August 24–28.
Register while space is available →Upcoming Events
Mark your calendar for these special waterfront experiences.
Yoga on IDA MAY
Enjoy a relaxing yoga session aboard IDA MAY.
Puppy Paddle
Bring your pup for a dog-friendly paddle on Oyster Bay Harbor.
Learn more and book → September 21 · 5:00 PMBird Watching aboard IDA MAY
Explore the birds and wildlife of Oyster Bay Harbor aboard IDA MAY.
Learn more and book →Pirates on the Water
Save the date! More details are coming soon.
Witches Paddle
Dress as a witch or wizard for a 90-minute group paddle led by certified instructor Deanna.
View equipment options and book →Book a Waterfront Experience
Choose a rental, sailing lesson, harbor sail, or private experience.
Paddleboard & Kayak Rentals
Explore Oyster Bay Harbor at your own pace.
Reserve a rental →Adult Sailing Lessons
Intro to Sailing, group instruction, and U.S. Sailing opportunities.
Find a lesson →Harbor Sails
Experience Oyster Bay Harbor aboard CHRISTEEN or IDA MAY.
View harbor sails →Community Sailing
Community Open Sail, Women on the Water, and sailing passes.
Explore community sailing →Sailboat Rentals
Reserve a sailboat or choose a monthly or season pass.
View rental options →Private Sailing Lessons
Book personalized instruction for your sailing goals.
Book private instruction →Private Charters
Plan a private experience on Oyster Bay Harbor.
Plan your charter →
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Our Mission
To connect people to the water through education and recreation.
The WaterFront Center (WFC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in Oyster Bay, New York. We provide access to the waters of Oyster Bay Harbor and Long Island Sound through our marine education programs, recreational and instructional sailing programs, paddleboard, kayak, and sailboat rentals, and through harbor tours aboard our National Historic Landmark oyster sloop CHRISTEEN. Additionally, WFC is home to IDA MAY, a replica of one of the first engine-powered oyster dredges, which now serves as a floating classroom, offering hands-on educational experiences that connect visitors to the rich maritime history of Oyster Bay.
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